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SUMMARY:C. H. Booth Library - Free Income Tax Help
DESCRIPTION:Free Income Tax Help – The C.H. Booth Library is pleased to announce FREE income tax assistance\, provided through a partnership between the AARP Foundation and the IRS. Don’t miss this opportunity to receive expert help with your taxes! Registration is required – click here. \nAvailable on Thursdays from February 6 until April 10\, 2025. \nPlease bring with you to the appointment: \n\nPhoto Id or other type of Identification\nSocial Security Card and Statement (SSA 1099)\nA copy of your 2023 tax return and/or last year’s AARP envelope\nAll tax forms received for tax year 2024 (W-2\, 1095\, 1099)\nEnd of year investment tax statements (INT\, DIV\, Stocks\, Bonds)\nList of Itemized Deductions (Medical\, Donations\, Taxes)\nAny other tax documents you might have\nIRS PIN if issued\, Cancelled Check for Direct DepositNo Tax Session if the Newtown schools are closed due to weather.\nCALL TO VERIFY TIMES AVAILABLE ON ANY GIVEN DAY
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/c-h-booth-library-free-income-tax-help/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Community,Tax Return Help
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250303T180000
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SUMMARY:Cookbook Club: Simple: Effortless Food\, Big Flavors by Diana Henry
DESCRIPTION:Potluck and discussion.  Please register here in advance. \nC.H. Booth Library\nMeeting Room \nMonday\, March 3 at 6:00 pm
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/cookbook-club-simple-effortless-food-big-flavors-by-diana-henry-2/
LOCATION:C. H. Booth Library\, 25 Main Street\, Newtown\, CT\, 06470\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Educational,Food
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T150000
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SUMMARY:"Aging Powerfully" Follow Up Presentation
DESCRIPTION:We have compiled thoughts\, comments\, and feedback from the first session.  A summary of the input will be provided to help guide the discussion. Please come prepared to share your reactions on aging\, ageism\, defining what community\, purpose\, and structure mean in your life\, and what future programming and action you would like to see. We are open to any issue\, and we want to hear what you have to say. We hope to see both new and repeat participants at this interesting\, fun\, and lively discussion. Senior Center members can register online through myactivecenter.com; all others can call the Senior Center at 203-270-4310 to register so we know how many to prepare for. Contact info@friendsofnewtownseniors.org if you have any questions.  \nTuesday\, March 4\n1 pm\nNewtown Senior Center
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/aging-powerfully-follow-up-presentation/
LOCATION:Newtown Senior Center\, 8 Simpson\, Newtown\, CT\, 06470\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Educational
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Newtown Seniors Inc.":MAILTO:info@friendsofnewtownseniors.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T140000
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Meetup Guided Meditation - C. H. Booth Library
DESCRIPTION:Join this event to relax with guided meditations and de-stress with a coloring page. \nPlease register here in advance and wear comfortable clothes. \nTuesday\, March 4 at 2:00 pm \nC. H. Booth Library\nMeeting Room
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/mindfulness-meetup-guided-meditation/
LOCATION:C. H. Booth Library\, 25 Main Street\, Newtown\, CT\, 06470\, United States
CATEGORIES:C. H. Booth Library,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T160000
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SUMMARY:Design and Create Your Own Pendant Necklace - C. H. Booth Library
DESCRIPTION:Design\, create and go home with your very own handmade necklace. All materials are provided. This event is for individuals in grade 9 to adults. Please register here in advance. \nC. H. Booth Library\nMeeting Room\nThursday\, March 6 at 2:00 pm
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/design-and-create-your-own-pendant-necklace-c-h-booth-library/
LOCATION:C. H. Booth Library\, 25 Main Street\, Newtown\, CT\, 06470\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Fun & Games,Workshops
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SUMMARY:CT Dept of Transportation Survey
DESCRIPTION:The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is developing a statewide Active Transportation Plan. The Plan will guide future improvements on state routes for a functional\, equitable\, and safety-focused active transportation network and supportive programs and policies. \nTo help create this plan\, they’d like to hear about your experiences and preferences about how you walk\, bike\, or roll around your community. We encourage you to share your thoughts. Please click here to complete the survey by March 30.
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/ct-dept-of-transportation-survey/
LOCATION:CT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250310T110000
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SUMMARY:Second Monday Book Club: The Men We Reaped by Jesmyn Ward
DESCRIPTION:Please register here in advance. \nC. H. Booth Library\nMonday\, March 10 at 11:00 am.
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/second-monday-book-club-the-men-we-reaped-by-jesmyn-ward/
LOCATION:C. H. Booth Library\, 25 Main Street\, Newtown\, CT\, 06470\, United States
CATEGORIES:C. H. Booth Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250317T140000
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Join this event to relax with guided meditations and de-stress with a coloring page. The exercises are designed to cultivate inner peace and sharpen your focus. We will use a resource called Hiveclass to learn and practice skills for becoming more mindful and present. Please register here in advance and wear comfortable clothes. \nTuesday\, March 18 at 2:00 pm\nC H Booth Library\, 25 Main Street\nMeeting Room\nNewtown
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/mindfulness-meetup/
LOCATION:C. H. Booth Library\, 25 Main Street\, Newtown\, CT\, 06470\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Newtown Historical Society's March Open House
DESCRIPTION:Master Shoe Maker Demonstration\nJoin us for a demonstration by Andrew Rowland\, who will guide us through a day in the life of a cordwainer\, or shoe maker. As always\, our docents will be available for tours of our historic home and museum\, Curtis House. Refreshments will be served. The program is free but donations are appreciated! \nVisit www.newtownhistory.org for more information. \nNewtown Historical Society’s March Open House\nSunday\, March 23\, 12 pm-4 pm\nMatthew Curtis House\n44 Main Street\nNewtown
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/newtown-historical-societys-march-open-house/
LOCATION:Matthew Curtiss House\, 44 Main Street\, Newtown\, CT\, 06470
CATEGORIES:Community,Educational,Presentations and Forums
ORGANIZER;CN="Newtown Historical Society":MAILTO:info@newtownhistory.org
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SUMMARY:FONS March Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Join the discussion of senior life in Newtown. All are welcome to attend. For more information\, please contact Ned Simpson at neds2124@gmail.com. This month’s topic will be the Newtown budget. Highlights from all Roundtable meetings are available on the FONS website. Please click here to access. \nTuesday\, March 25\, at 3:30 pm\nNewtown Senior Center.
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/fons-march-roundtable/
LOCATION:Newtown Senior Center\, 8 Simpson\, Newtown\, CT\, 06470\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Roundtable
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Newtown Seniors Inc.":MAILTO:info@friendsofnewtownseniors.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T183000
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SUMMARY:FONS March Social
DESCRIPTION:Join other seniors for dinner and conversation! Please RSVP to Janice Garten at 203-304-9196 to reserve a spot – please call early. \nWednesday\, March 26\nDinner at 5 pm  \nFarmhouse Restaurant\n43 S. Main Street\nNewtown
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/fons-march-social-3/
LOCATION:Farmhouse Restaurant\, 43. South Main Street\, Newtown\, Connecticut\, 06470
CATEGORIES:Monthly Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Newtown Seniors Inc.":MAILTO:info@friendsofnewtownseniors.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250327
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250328
DTSTAMP:20260423T160830
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SUMMARY:Senior Center Spring Getaway Day Trip
DESCRIPTION:Spring Getaway Trip includes 3 stops: \n\nCorey’s Sugar Shack\, Highland\, NY – maple syrup production process\nMahoney’s Irish Pub\, Poughkeepsie\, NY – buffet lunch\nVan Wyck Homestead Museum\, Fishkill\, NY – Revolutionary War history\n\nCost is $143 per person\, which includes the bus ride\, driver tip\, entrance fees to the Sugar Shack and Museum\, as well as a buffet lunch. Register at myactivecenter.com or call the Senior Center at 203-270-4310. \nThursday\, March 27 – there are still seats available!
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/senior-center-spring-getaway-day-trip/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Community,Fun & Games
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Newtown Seniors Inc.":MAILTO:info@friendsofnewtownseniors.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250330T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250330T170000
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SUMMARY:Noises Off - Sunday Afternoon at the Theater
DESCRIPTION:Tickets are $25 (with $5 senior discount). Order your tickets online at newtownplayers.org. (You will be directed to showclix.com). Select NOISES OFF\, select Tickets and the March 30th 2:00 performance and Continue. ADD (+) number of general admission tickets requested and enter promo code: FONS_2025. COMPLETE ORDER. Print a copy for your records. \nCome early to socialize with FONS – doors open at 1 pm. \nSunday\, March 30\, 2 pm\nThe Little Theater\n18 Orchard Hill Road\nNewtown
URL:https://friendsofnewtownseniors.org/event/noises-off-sunday-afternoon-at-the-theater/
LOCATION:The Little Theater\, Orchard Hill Rd\, Newtown\, CT\, 06470\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Fun & Games,Presentations and Forums
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Newtown Seniors Inc.":MAILTO:info@friendsofnewtownseniors.org
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